- This is a Raspberry Pi 5MP Camera Module
- It has a 5-megapixel native resolution sensor capable of 2592 x 1944 pixel static images.
- This supports 1080p30, 720p60 and 640x480p60/90 video.
- The camera is supported in the latest version of Raspbian, Raspberry Pi’s preferred operating system.
- For Raspberry Pi 5/zero/zero W/Zero WH kindly use a different camera cable.
Raspberry Pi 5MP Camera Module with Cable
This 5mp Raspberry Pi camera module is a portable lightweight camera that is capable of 1080p video and still images and connects directly to your Raspberry Pi. Connect the included USB/ ribbon cable to the CSI (Camera Serial Interface) port on your Raspberry Pi, boot up the latest version of Raspbian and you are good to go.
The module attaches to Raspberry Pi, by way of a 15-pin Ribbon Cable, to the dedicated 15-pin MIPI Camera Serial Interface (CSI), which was designed especially for interfacing with the camera. It is commonly used in image processing, machine learning, and surveillance projects.
Because the camera payload is so small, it is commonly used in surveillance drones. Aside from these modules, this Pi camera can also use standard USB webcams that are connected to a computer.
Key Features:
- 5MP Resolution.
- 1080p Video Capability.
- CSI Interface.
- Lightweight and Portable.
- Fixed Focus Lens.
- Easy Installation.
- Surveillance Drone Compatible.
Applications
- Surveillance projects
- Time-lapse video recording
- Image processing
- Machine learning
- Robotics
How to Set Up the Raspberry Pi 5MP Camera Module
- Power off your Raspberry Pi before connecting the camera.
- Locate the CSI camera port and gently lift the connector clip.
- Insert the ribbon cable with the metal contacts facing the HDMI port (orientation may vary on Pi 5).
- Lock the clip to secure the cable and power on the Raspberry Pi.
- Open Terminal and run
sudo raspi-config→ Interface Options → Camera → Enable. - Reboot the Raspberry Pi to apply changes.
- Test the camera using
libcamera-helloor capture an image withlibcamera-still -o test.jpg.
5MP Camera Module vs 8MP Camera Module V2
| Feature | 5MP Camera Module | 8MP Camera Module V2 |
|---|---|---|
| Resolution | 5 Megapixels (2592×1944) | 8 Megapixels (3280×2464) |
| Sensor | OV5647 (older generation) | Sony IMX219 (newer, better image quality) |
| Video Support | Up to 1080p | 1080p30, 720p60, VGA90 |
| Image Quality | Good clarity for basic photography and vision tasks | Sharper images, better details, better overall clarity |
| Low-Light Performance | Decent but limited due to older sensor | Improved low-light response vs 5MP |
| Use Cases | Basic projects, robotics, learning, simple monitoring | High-detail imaging, time-lapse, machine vision, surveillance |
| Compatibility | Works with all Raspberry Pi boards with CSI port | Also works with all CSI-enabled Raspberry Pi models |
| Price Range | Lower cost, budget-friendly | Higher cost but better performance |
Package Includes:
- 1 x Raspberry Pi 5MP Camera
Raspberry Pi Camera Specifications
| Resolution | 5 MP |
| Lens Focus | Fixed Focus |
| Image Size(Pixels) | 2592 x 1944 |
| Interface Type | CSI(Camera Serial Interface) |
| Dimensions | 2.5 x 2.3 x 1 cms |
| Weight | 5 grams |
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